The Trucking Parent – Long Haul Blues

ARE YOU SURE This is NOT YOUR DAUGHTER?

As I “patrolled” the beach area over the past 8 years, I have become more aware than ever of the actual age and immaturity of some of the girls I witnessed dressed in such a manner as to relay an attitude of, “look at me, I need you to see me”. The TRUTH smacked me in the face, so many times, but I tended to ignore the voice that was admonishing me to speak, or TRULY care when I was in a challenging circumstance of my own that I was focused upon. Finally, one day recently, as I was cruising the beach area in “undercover mode”; ‘blackout windows’ closed and in slow cruising observation mode, I began to notice the most youthful (probably 13 to 17 year old) girls taking notice of my “Bad Ass” Vehicle (Hey, I’m just using language that 80% of admirers use when they compliment the vehicle) The truth is, when I finally climb out of it , many of the people who see me are surprised that I am a female. So it goes without saying, I DO understand why these girls may relish the idea of a ride. Now just think for a moment -if a MAN drives by in the same type of vehicle, no matter the make, (and let’s face it, he would probably be “on the make”) Now these “little girls” who are 5- 10 years shy of being HALFWAY mature or understanding their feelings, started strutting in a provocative manner, or turned around with an enticing look or began gyrating to music with a drink in their hand (which actually happened); I can tell you what I have witnessed AND the result at that time. When the man approached or drove past again, slowing down to try to engage, they quickly began giggling amongst themselves, like the children they are, and hurried away, leaving this man in an angry stance, probably feeling like he had been teased. The issue is, we do not know until (most times) too late, what retaliation this person may have in mind. Could THIS have been YOUR ”little girl”? At a different time, while cruising, I saw a girl, 17 years old and probably weighing 100 lbs. sitting on the curb way too close to the cruising traffic, looking intoxicated and lost. I kept track of her until I could locate a fellow officer who approached her only to find she was all alone and way too intoxicated to remember where the hotel was or where her “friends” had gone. . Could THIS have been YOUR ”little girl”? During this time I began to REALLY listen to God (no, I’m NOT crazy) . Please allow me to share. When I was a very young girl, I realized (along with mature family members) that I was given a “Gift”, spiritually, of discernment (re. 1 Corinthians 1-10), there are others as well, but for THIS particular BLOG we will concentrate on the reason I am focused on children. Mentioning which, CLEARLY if this is shocking or concerning to you, I implore you to continue reading and visit the CDL blog which is interactive and we will be able to comment. and positively influence and support one another. Especially if you are a parent of a “lost” or deceased child. If you are looking for your daughter, there will be a “File” upload added in the very near future so that you can share a picture in case anyone has seen your child. Please “donate” in order to help fund the necessary implementations I need to keep this and other “CDL” BLOGS and websites up and running. Thank You. There are over 1,495,809 truck drivers employed in the United States as of July 2022. 91.6% are men. Do the math people…and embrace THIS, the average age of an employed truck driver is 47. Now, most likely, that means you are a grandparent by now (sorry or not, the age of “kids having kids” has increased exponentially until 2021). Below, please read the stats before we get into this deep, yet necessary, conversation…

This may hurt almost a much as birthing a child from the body that isn’t much larger than the actual baby. Let us begin here with the census facts.

In 1991, the birth rate for girls aged 10 to 14 years in the United States stood at 1.4 births per every 1,000 girls. Now granted, fortunately (or not .. according to the actual reason) since 1991, this rate has actually decreased. I’m thinking because of birth control awareness, gender tampering (brainwashing included), parents who have actually DECIDED to home school and keep BOTH eyes on their child, a “new” awakening to spirituality (uhhh, I mean GOD, not some random “Joe”), older siblings keeping their little sisters safe, and more.

HOWEVER, even though we see less pregnancies, what about trafficking???Yes, what about it?? You may have seen the video I posted on TikTok and Youtube.. If not, it is short so go ahead and embrace it before we get deep into the conversation of trafficking. Select here OR continue with the BLOG.

STRAP YOUR PROVERBIAL SEATBELTS AND GRAB YOUR BREATHING APPARATUS. THIS IS GOING DEEP.

After reading the following information, please select the link below. I do not normally send people away from my BLOG, however, I am NOT selfish enough to keep you out of the loop you NEED to be in. DEFINITION OF: Sex trafficking: the recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, obtaining, patronizing, or soliciting of a person for the purpose of a commercial sex act, in which the commercial sex act is induced by force, fraud, or coercion, or in which the person induced to perform such act has not attained 18 years of age DEFINITION OF: Labor trafficking: the recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, or obtaining of a person for labor or services, through the use of force, fraud, or coercion for the purpose of subjection to involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage, or slavery. ONE IMPERATIVE FACT Before you leave this page..Traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to subject victims to engage in commercial sex or forced labor. Anyone can be a victim of trafficking anywhere, including in the United States. >>FOLLOWTHIS LINKFOR MORE IMPERATIVE AND CLEAR INFORMATION

…AND THIS POSITION IS OWNED BY (Your Name Here)

Let us begin with your position. The important questions are… Do you presently consider transporting freight as a POSITION, A JOB (Just Over Broke) or A CAREER?

First – What Journey Category Have You Chosen ?

A POSITION – actually puts you in a place where you look forward to advancement of some type. For example, You are a company driver now which you perceive as putting you in position to move into your own business, or become a dispatcher or some other office that will allow you to prosper because of your experience.

A JOB does exactly what the antonym represents, a place of comfort that leads to a simple paycheck for your services that allow you feel stable in the “Just Over Broke” proverbial bubble.

A CAREER will last most of, OR all of, your lifetime. You are happy with whatever it is that landed at your feet and you are willing to do what it takes to eventually retire from it. Perhaps this was a goal you set; a particular desire that came to fruition.

The definitions I shared with you are imperative to the content concerning your life as a Trucker, Freight Relocator, Driver, CDL Holder, pretty much however you describe yourself while holding a CDL and transporting various items locally or OTR. The truth is, no matter which category you fit, embrace it. No one has the right to judge you or make you feel you need to change. Yes, there may certainly be things you need to change but I want you to explore the facts so that you can make your wise decision on your own. I am here to help you live healthier, longer and happier….So LET’S JUMP RIGHT IN!!

THE FIRST THING YOU NEED TO UNDERSTAND IS THIS..!!!